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GTRS Fiero

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Wire loom?
« on: September 30, 2019, 10:57:56 pm »
I'd like to clean up my engine bay a bit.  For example, there are some wires that are not encased in loom.  Some of the loom is getting to be a bit brittle.  So, I want to get new wire loom.  I'm not impressed with the cheap, flimsy wire loom available locally at the parts stores.

As I type this, it occurs to me that I have not tried the dealership.

Has anyone found a good source for stock-looking, quality wire loom?
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Re: Wire loom?
« Reply #1 on: September 30, 2019, 11:11:23 pm »
I see it in the parts stores but none of it has a temperature range indicated.  I think you would want loom rated at least 300*.  Some on PFF have referred to temperature ratings but a search of a number of sites that sell the stuff has no information on the temperature range. 

A search for Automotive Wire Loom turned up this Amazon bargain for 20 feet each of 3 sizes.

https://www.amazon.com/Split-Black-Harness-Sleeve-Conduit/dp/B07JR7727L/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=automotive+wire+loom&qid=1569899156&sr=8-3
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Re: Wire loom?
« Reply #2 on: September 30, 2019, 11:18:07 pm »
It is polyethylene.  I did order 10' each of 1/4", 3/8", 5/8", and 3/4" from another place for $5.78, plus $4 shipping, but the temp rating of what I ordered is only 220 degrees F.  Also polyethylene, so probably the same temp.  I guess I'll put a piece in my engine bay, and go for a drive.  If it melts, wrong stuff.  I just wish I could see what it looks like.
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Re: Wire loom?
« Reply #3 on: September 30, 2019, 11:25:15 pm »
I just found this on Amazon.  Couldn't copy the link, though.

At least it has a brand name you could search for.   Drossbach Hi-temp Split Loom.  It's also made of polyethylene. 
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Re: Wire loom?
« Reply #4 on: October 01, 2019, 08:21:36 pm »
Best thing to do is rob some off of a totaled out late model car. None of the aftermarket stuff I have seen is worth a darn. That's what we did when building $100,000 show cars
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Re: Wire loom?
« Reply #5 on: October 06, 2019, 05:04:35 pm »
No one wants to give me $100,000 for my Fiero.  Dunno why...

The loom arrived.  It is certainly softer than stock.  Actually, the stock loom broke into pieces.
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